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Which primary teeth are first to be attacked by caries in the sequence of caries in primary dentition?
Which primary teeth are first to be attacked by caries in the sequence of caries in primary dentition?
- Mandibular anterior teeth
- Mandibular molars (correct)
- Maxillary molars
- Maxillary anterior teeth
What can result from dental caries in its advanced stages?
What can result from dental caries in its advanced stages?
- Bacterial invasion and death of the pulp
- Spread of infection into the periapical tissues
- Pain
- All of the above (correct)
Why are second primary molars more susceptible to caries than the first primary molars?
Why are second primary molars more susceptible to caries than the first primary molars?
- They are less completely coalesced
- They have shallower pits and fissures
- They erupt earlier than the first primary molars
- Their occlusal surfaces have deeper pits and fissures (correct)
What is possible in the early stages of dental caries?
What is possible in the early stages of dental caries?
Which part of the tooth can dental caries affect?
Which part of the tooth can dental caries affect?
Study Notes
Primary Teeth and Dental Caries
- Lower front teeth (incisors) are the first to be attacked by caries in the sequence of caries in primary dentition.
- Advanced stages of dental caries can result in abscesses, pain, and eventually loss of the tooth.
- Second primary molars are more susceptible to caries than the first primary molars because of their larger size, deeper grooves, and longer retention period.
- In the early stages of dental caries, it is possible to reverse the decay process with proper oral hygiene and fluoride treatment.
- Dental caries can affect the enamel, dentin, and pulp of the tooth, potentially leading to infection and nerve damage.
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Test your knowledge of dental caries with this quiz that covers the signs, symptoms, and causes of localized demineralization and disintegration in teeth and gums. Explore the effects on enamel, dentin, and cementum, as well as the role of microorganisms and fermentable carbohydrates in the disease.
